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The comment was fourth on our Polo GTI drive, only just after the one about the Golf R (because what's a VW thread without mentioning a Golf R?). PHer 'Martin_Hx' asked, very simply and very directly, "The new Polo GTI is a Golf GTI then?" Of course the tongue was in cheek ever so slightly, but the logic impeccable: same platform architecture, same engine, similar kerbweights... Therefore it was the test that made the most sense with Polo GTIs now in the UK. Actually, scratch that; the test that made the most sense was with a Renault Sport Clio (being five-door and automatic as well, plus facing a lot of stick from people who haven't driven it), but Renault didn't have one. And what else do you choose? The Fiesta ST isn't here yet, the 208 GTI is about to go off sale and the Yaris GRMN is much more raw. A Mini Cooper S perhaps? Potentially, though we know they tend to get very expensive. So yes, the question to answer is simple, and very similar to Martin's original query: is the Polo … [Read more...] about VW Polo GTI vs VW Golf GTI

The VW Virtus arrived soon after the sixth-gen VW Polo, the hatchback from which it has been derived. A new report from CARmag.co.za suggests that the all-new VW Polo-based sedan will stay in Latin America for now.With the sixth-gen VW Polo hatchback’s launch in South Africa, the old VW Polo Vivo (fourth-gen VW Polo hatchback) was discontinued and the fifth-gen VW Polo was launched as the new VW Polo Vivo in South Africa.Based on that move, it was expected that the old VW Polo Vivo Sedan will get discontinued and the VW Polo Sedan (VW Vento) will become the new VW Polo Vivo Sedan, paving way for an all-new VW Polo Sedan (VW Virtus). The VW Polo Vivo was locally manufactured, while the VW Polo Sedan is sourced from India.Volkswagen South Africa has no plans to launch the MQB A0 platform-based VW Polo Sedan sold in Latin America. The company says that “the sedan segment is declining in importance rapidly” because of the shift in preference towards SUVs. Instead, it will … [Read more...] about All-new VW Polo-based sedan (VW Virtus) staying in Latin America for now

The new baby GTI known as the Polo GTI in the Volkswagen camp is scheduled to launch in South Africa next month and for those who have a keen eye on one will want to know how much they need to part with. CARmag managed to uncover the price tag and the new hot hatch is actually priced slightly lower than the model it replaces. The DSG model of the previous gen Polo GTI cost R379 900 but the new Polo GTI will set you back R375 900. Related Posts Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR Officially Revealed May 10, 2018 VW Golf GTI Oettinger TCR Germany Street Packs 355 HP (265… May 9, 2018 The reason for this price decrease likely has something to do with the fact that this new model will be built at Uitenhage right here in South Africa. As a reminder, the new five-door Polo GTI’s turbocharged 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine makes 197 hp (147 kW) and 320 Nm of torque and is connected to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission as standard* *6 … [Read more...] about New VW Polo GTI South African Pricing Revealed

Recently the Indian market saw a wave of hot hatchbacks launching in the market. Volkswagen launched its internationally acclaimed Polo GTI in India in a limited number too but the car did not get a suitable response from the market due to the expensive price tag. Now, according to a report, Volkswagen has not given up on the segment yet and is planning to launch the all-new Polo GTI in the Indian market. To start with, the new Polo GTI has been updated thoroughly and it now gets an updated platform too. Now the new GTI is based on the MQB platform. If the German manufacturer decides to launch the car soon, they will have to import the MQB platform that makes the vehicle very expensive. Just the like the current GTI, which carries a fat price tag of Rs. 26 lakh, the new GTI will carry an exorbitant price tag if the car is imported. That will make the vehicle inaccessible to many hardcore enthusiasts. Even with the price tag, Volkswagen sold the initial 99 cars allocated for the Indian … [Read more...] about New Volkswagen Polo GTI hot hatchback coming to India

Volkswagen unveiled the sixth generation VW Polo in July last year followed by the global public debut of its performance-oriented GTI variant at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Autocar India reports that the company is considering the 2018 VW Polo GTI for India. The fifth generation Polo GTI was launched in India November 2016. As per the report, while the first batch of 99 units found buyers rather swiftly, the second half of the consignment needed generous discounting to move from shelves. If the 2018 VW Polo GTI heads into India, the company will have to deal with the same issue of high price as it will be a CBU. A price tag north of INR 25 lakhs will place it dangerously close to the Mini Cooper S. The Skoda Octavia RS priced at INR 26,25,490 (ex-showroom Delhi) will make the GTI look silly. Local production isn’t an option yet as the new Polo is yet to arrive in India thanks to the high manufacturing costs associated with its MQB platform. The … [Read more...] about 2018 VW Polo GTI under evaluation for Indian launch

Tweet TweetRumors of an all-new Volkswagen Polo have been around for some time but just the other day OmniAuto.it revealed the first rendering with what seems to be the next-gen Polo. The new Volkswagen Polo is reported to be officially unveiled next year at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, hitting dealerships somewhere in the summer. As we can depict from the rendering above, the 2017 Polo would come with a more evolutionary design, with influences from the current Passat sedan. It means a more aggressive body styling, and a more comfortable interior. As opposed to the current generation, the all-new Polo will underpin the PQ25 platform, which is a far more advanced architecture than the present MQB one. This would reduce the car`s weight and will result in a size growth. In terms of performance, the 2017 Volkswagen Polo would come with a wide array of three- and four-turbocharged engines, shortly followed by a plug-in hybrid version and a more nervous GTI sports car. The 2017 Polo will … [Read more...] about This Is How the All-New VW Polo Might Look Like Next Year from Now

First introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September this year, advance sales of the Mk6 Volkswagen Polo GTI has now begun in Germany, with the range-topping variant being priced at 23,950 euros (RM115,623). Under the bonnet is a 2.0 litre TSI engine, which replaces the outgoing car’s 1.8 litre TSI, rated at 200 PS and 320 Nm. Paired with a six-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox, the five-door hot hatch will do the 0-100 km/h sprint in just 6.7 seconds, and hit a top speed of 237 km/h. A six-speed manual version will be offered at a later date. A bunch of GTI parts help mark out the hot Polo from a regular one, including a new front bumper with honeycomb elements, a red stripe that extends from the grille into the optional LED headlights, large rear spoiler and dual tail pipes. You’ll also find 18-inch wheels (an option) with red brake calipers as well as GTI badging. Inside, the Polo GTI comes with Clark tartan seats, a sports steering wheel with red contrast stitching, … [Read more...] about VW Polo GTI Mk6

Tweet TweetThere is no doubt that the new-gen Golf models are perhaps the fastest and most powerful within the hatch segment, with the German car manufacturer wanting to grab the whole pie and leaving the rest in the dust. But besides the newest Golf editions, be it the standard Mk7.5 or the newly announced Golf R which promise to become the fastest in terms of acceleration, Volkswagen is also on the verge of creating the most powerful Polo GTI ever seen out on the roads, and that thanks to a new engine taken from the previous-gen Golf. According to a new report from Auto Express, the new Polo GTI will receive the 2.0-liter TSI engine, borrowed from the previous Golf, which would replace the current 1.8-liter turbo DSG. This would result in more power as well, more than 141 kW and 250 Nm of torque. With this in mind, the Polo GTI will have a successful run against its top predator, the new Fiesta ST, which now comes with a 1.5-liter turbo and plenty of power as well. Once arriving on … [Read more...] about Report: 2018 VW Polo GTI with Golf`s Previous 2L Turbo

Tweet TweetVW pulled the wraps off the facelift version of the Polo GTI. The hot hatchback gets revised front and rear bumpers, new honeycomb grille inserts, a dual-pipe exhaust and red accents. Under the hood sits a 1.8-liter four-cylinder unit producing 192 horses and 320 Nm of torque. Linked to a six-speed manual transmission, it sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,7 seconds before hitting the top speed of 236 km/h. If the manual gearbox is not for you, there’s a double-clutch DSG option as well. Interior tweaks, on the other hand, include red contrast stitching, a flat-bottom steering wheel, sport seats with plaid upholstery and gloss black inserts. The new Volkswagen Polo GTI will be seen in world premiere at the upcoming Paris Motor Show, an event which opens its gates this fall. Sales for the revised Polo GTI will begin later this year or early 2015. More details on this will be released soon by VW. … [Read more...] about Volkswagen Polo GTI facelift debuts prior Paris

The new Mk6 Volkswagen Polo GTI has made its motor show debut at the ongoing IAA 2017 in Frankfurt. The latest Polo GTI is the performance flagship of the sixth-generation Polo range that surfaced in June this year. This time, the hot hatch is five-door only, with the three-door variant dropped. We already know that the new Polo GTI comes with a bigger and brawnier 2.0 litre TSI engine with 200 PS (outgoing car had 192 PS from a 1.8 TSI) – now we know that it also has 320 Nm of torque from 1,500 rpm, and that it does 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds with a six-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox. Top speed is 237 km/h. A six-speed manual will be available next year. To compare, the latest Fiesta ST pumps out 200 PS and 290 Nm of torque, but from a downsized 1.5 litre three-cylinder turbo engine. With a six-speed manual gearbox, it also races from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. The fast Fiesta is three-door and much smaller in size, though. Compared to the previous Polo GTI, this new one is … [Read more...] about VW Polo GTI Mk6 makes show debut